China vs Puerto Rico Prediction, Tips & Odds – Aug. 30, 2023
China vs Puerto Rico Prediction 30.08.2023. The last round of group B, FIBA World Basketball Championship, is being played, and the selections of China and Puerto Rico are meeting. Puerto Rico needs a win to secure passage to the second round, while China has been defeated in both matches of this group.
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China vs Puerto Rico Odds
China vs Puerto Rico 1×2: 6.75/21 /1.148
Total points over/under (161.5): 1.85 / 1.89
Handicap (-11.5/+11.5): 1.89/ 1.87
Odds via 22Bet Sportsbook.
China Team News
In the first match, China had no chance against the spirited selection of Serbia, which is the biggest favorite in this group. They didn’t play any better in the second round either, what’s more, they were much more nervous and disorganized than in the match against Serbia. South Sudan outplayed them and won by 20 points. They shot free throws very poorly until they didn’t exist on defense. They allowed the tall players of South Sudan to very easily find themselves in zipper situations under the basket and finish unhindered.
China came to this championship reinforced with NBA player Kyle Anderson, who has Chinese roots. The popular “Slow-Mo” totally deviates from the style enforced by the Chinese national team. China plays very fast, they shoot a lot for three points, and they solve their actions in the early attack. Although he did not score a single point in the first match against Serbia, Anderson was most effective against South Sudan. He scored 22 points on 8/16 field goal shooting. He took quite a few hard shots and didn’t look at his teammates, who were, frankly, very bad in this match. Rui Zhao scored 13 points while Zhou Qi had 10 points and only 3 rebounds. By the way, Qi is one of the best jumpers, and his poor presence on the jump was used by the players of South Sudan and came to victory.
South Sudan 🇸🇸 make history by bagging their first-ever win in the World Cup 👏#FIBAWC x #WinForSouthSudan 🇸🇸 pic.twitter.com/JVdA8ymEWZ
— FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 🏆 (@FIBAWC) August 28, 2023
Puerto Rico Team News
In both matches at this championship, Puerto Rico showed that they never give up. Against South Sudan, they were constantly in a deficit, but in the end, they managed to achieve a turnaround and after extra time win, which can turn out to be the key to passing on. In order to pass, they need a victory against the Chinese team, which “on paper” is of much lower quality than them. Puerto Rico proved to be a “tough” opponent in the match against Serbia as well. Although they played a desperate first half and were in a deficit of 30 points, in the second half they managed to come back and reduce the advantage to only 10 points. They found their rhythm, and their shooting and confidence returned. However, they could not threaten Serbia.
They play on the power of former NBA player Tremont Waters, who scored 9 points and 9 assists against Serbia. Puerto Rico often plays with a low five and three guards, and they are most lethal when Waters and Howard are on the floor together. The dominant figure under the basket is George Conditt, who controls the jump and ensures new attacks for his teammates. They play in a fast rhythm, shoot a lot for three points, and resolve their attacks very quickly. China is an opponent that suits them stylistically and will accept that faster rhythm of the game, whereas Puerto Rico does much better.
Serbia on all cylinders, as they dominate against Puerto Rico ⚙️#FIBAWC x #WinForSrbija 🇷🇸
— FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 🏆 (@FIBAWC) August 28, 2023
China vs Puerto Rico H2H
12.08.19 – China : Puerto Rico – 78:72
31.08.10 – Puerto Rico : China – 84:76
Injuries and suspensions
China: -.
Puerto Rico: Alvarado.
China vs Puerto Rico Prediction
If Puerto Rico wins this match, they will advance to the second round, and China is a perfect opponent for them. China is also a fast-paced team, which will allow Puerto Rico to play their game. Quality and experience are on Puerto Rico’s side, so we expect a sure win.
Tips-off Time Wednesday, 30.08.2023 20:00 PM Local time UTC +8 / Wednesday, 30.08.2023 14:00 CET
Prediction: Puerto Rico -9.5
Odds: 1.71
Sportsbook: 22bet
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